My last investigation is a file called “Albertsons_payment.GZâ€, received via email. The file looks like an archive but is identified as a picture by TrID: This article has been indexed from SANS Internet Storm Center, InfoCON: green Read the original…
Top 5 Ransomware Attacks and Data Breaches of 2024
As we approach the end of 2024, it’s clear that the landscape of cyber threats has continued to evolve at an alarming pace. With an increasing reliance on digital infrastructures, both private and public sectors have become prime targets for…
WhatsApp Wins NSO in Pegasus Spyware Hacking Lawsuit After 5 Years
After a prolonged legal battle stretching over five years, WhatsApp has triumphed over NSO Group in a significant lawsuit concerning the use of Pegasus spyware. The verdict, handed down by the United States District Court for the Northern District of…
Germany Investigates BadBox Malware Infections, Targeting Over 192,000 Devices
Germany has launched an investigation into reports of a significant cyber threat believed to be linked to the BadBox Malware, which has allegedly infected over 192,000 devices across the country. These devices include a wide array of electronics, such as…
Evilginx: Open-source man-in-the-middle attack framework
Evilginx is an open-source man-in-the-middle attack framework designed to phish login credentials and session cookies, enabling attackers to bypass 2FA safeguards. “Back in 2017, I was experimenting with extracting cookies from one browser and importing them into another. I realized…
Maximizing the impact of cybercrime intelligence on business resilience
In this Help Net Security interview, Jason Passwaters, CEO of Intel 471, discusses how integrating cybercrime intelligence into an organization’s security strategy enables proactive threat management and how measuring intelligence efforts can help mitigate risks before they escalate. Passwaters also…
How companies can fight ransomware impersonations
As these threat actors become increasingly strategic and harder to detect, organizations must take all measures to protect their data, including cybersecurity training. In this Help Net Security video, Rodman Ramezanian, Global Cloud Threat Lead at Skyhigh Security, discusses how…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2024-12-23 06h : 2 posts
2 posts were published in the last hour 4:32 : PentestGPT – A ChatGPT Powered Automated Penetration Testing Tool 4:32 : What open source means for cybersecurity
PentestGPT – A ChatGPT Powered Automated Penetration Testing Tool
GBHackers come across a new ChatGPT-powered Penetration testing Tool called “PentestGPT” that helps penetration testers to automate their pentesting operations. PentestGPT has been released on GitHub under the operator “GreyDGL,” a Ph.D. student at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. It is…
What open source means for cybersecurity
With outdated and inadequately maintained components, along with insecure dependencies, the open-source ecosystem presents numerous risks that could expose organizations to threats. In this article, you will find excerpts from 2024 open-source security reports that can help your organization strengthen…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2024-12-23 00h : 3 posts
3 posts were published in the last hour 23:2 : Understanding Cyber Threats During the Holiday Season 22:58 : IT Security News Weekly Summary 51 22:55 : IT Security News Daily Summary 2024-12-22
Understanding Cyber Threats During the Holiday Season
Understanding Cyber Threats During the Holiday Season Understanding Cyber Threats During the Holiday Season The holiday season, while festive, presents heightened cybersecurity risks for businesses. Cybercriminals exploit increased online activity and reduced vigilance during this period. Understanding these threats is…
IT Security News Weekly Summary 51
210 posts were published in the last hour 22:55 : IT Security News Daily Summary 2024-12-22 21:5 : How to craft a comprehensive data cleanliness policy 20:5 : IT Security News Hourly Summary 2024-12-22 21h : 4 posts 20:3 :…
IT Security News Daily Summary 2024-12-22
27 posts were published in the last hour 21:5 : How to craft a comprehensive data cleanliness policy 20:5 : IT Security News Hourly Summary 2024-12-22 21h : 4 posts 20:3 : Veo 2 im Test: Darum bevorzugen 67% der…
How to craft a comprehensive data cleanliness policy
Practicing good data hygiene is critical for today’s businesses. With everything from operational efficiency to cybersecurity readiness relying on the integrity of stored data, having confidence in your organization’s data cleanliness policy is essential. But what does this involve, and…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2024-12-22 21h : 4 posts
4 posts were published in the last hour 20:3 : Veo 2 im Test: Darum bevorzugen 67% der User Googles Video-KI gegenüber OpenAI 20:3 : Googles Whisk: So einfach kombiniert die KI Bilder und erschafft einzigartige Kunstwerke 19:32 : DEF…
Veo 2 im Test: Darum bevorzugen 67% der User Googles Video-KI gegenüber OpenAI
Google will OpenAI und Sora offenbar die Stirn bieten. Das Team von Google Deepmind hat eine neue Version des Video-KI-Tools Veo veröffentlicht. In den ersten Tests zeigen sich die User:innen begeistert – auch wenn es noch Probleme gibt. Dieser Artikel…
Googles Whisk: So einfach kombiniert die KI Bilder und erschafft einzigartige Kunstwerke
Whisk heißt das neue KI-Tool von Google, das jetzt in einer Alpha verfügbar ist. Wir haben uns das Programm genauer angeschaut und getestet, welche Ergebnisse die Bildkombinationen hervorbringen. Dieser Artikel wurde indexiert von t3n.de – Software & Entwicklung Lesen Sie…
DEF CON 32 – NTLM: The Last Ride
Authors/Presenters: Jim Rush, Tomais Williamson Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel.…
Cybersecurity Essentials : Key to Success for All Businesses to Navigate Security
The journey of building a business is an exhilarating experience, whether it’s a startup taking its first steps, a small-to-medium business (SMB) scaling new heights, or an enterprise striving for sustained growth. However, regardless of the size or stage,…
Apple might be working on a smart doorbell
There’s been a lot of reporting in recent months around Apple’s efforts to expand its footprint in customers’ homes with in-development products like a wall-mounted smart home hub. According to a new report in Bloomberg, that strategy could also include…
Security Affairs newsletter Round 503 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. BadBox rapidly grows,…
SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER – ROUND 25
Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape. Vishing via Microsoft Teams Facilitates DarkGate Malware Intrusion Spyware distributed through Amazon Appstore BADBOX Botnet Is Back Supply Chain Attack on…
Beware of Fake Delivery Text Scams During Holiday Shopping
< p style=”text-align: justify;”> As the holiday shopping season peaks, cybercriminals are taking advantage of the increased online activity through fake delivery text scams. Disguised as urgent notifications from couriers like USPS and FedEx, these scams aim to steal…